Senior Data Center Connectivity Architect - Cisco ACI

Stafide; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafide seeks a Senior Data Center Connectivity Engineer to design and implement complex enterprise data center networks. The role focuses on Cisco ACI, Nexus, F5 load balancing, and security architectures across demanding environments.

You will drive automation initiatives, collaborate with architects, and ensure scalable, reliable deployments. The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience with data center networking and a strong background in ITIL/aligned service delivery, Agile

Qualifications

• 10 years designing and deploying data center connectivity in complex environments.
• Expert knowledge of Cisco ACI, Nexus, routing, switching, and enterprise connectivity.
• Strong experience with F5 load balancing (GTM & LTM) and security controls.
• Ability to translate requirements into robust technical architectures.
• Familiarity with ITIL, Agile delivery, and IT service management.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve enterprise data center connectivity products.
• Translate requirements into scalable, secure connectivity architectures.
• Design and validate solutions using Cisco ACI, Nexus, and F5 tech.
• Collaborate with architects, security, and operations teams.
• Promote automation and standardisation using APIs and tooling.
• Support incident analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Cisco ACI

Cisco Nexus

F5 GTM/LTM

Micro-segmentation

Automation (APIs)

ITIL/Service Delivery

Agile (Scrum/SAFe)

Enterprise Architecture

Education

CCIE Data Center

Tools

cURL

Git

Job description

Stafide seeks a Senior Data Center Connectivity Engineer to design and implement complex enterprise data center networks. The role focuses on Cisco ACI, Nexus, F5 load balancing, and security architectures across demanding environments.

You will drive automation initiatives, collaborate with architects, and ensure scalable, reliable deployments. The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience with data center networking and a strong background in ITIL/aligned service delivery, Agile